2017 Subaru Forester 2.0XT PremiumFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Select Cable: Removal

  1. Shift the select lever to "N" range.
  2. Disconnect the ground cable from battery. Ref. to NOTE>NOTE>BATTERY .
    NOTE: For model with battery sensor, disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor.
  3. Lift up the vehicle.
  4. Remove the center exhaust pipe. (Non-turbo model) Ref. to EXHAUST(H4DO)>Center Exhaust Pipe>REMOVAL .
  5. Remove the center exhaust pipe (rear). (Turbo model) Ref. to EXHAUST(H4DOTC)>Center Exhaust Pipe>REMOVAL .
  6. Remove the center exhaust cover.
    Fig 1: Identifying Select Lever Center Exhaust Cover
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  7. Remove the snap pin and washer from the shifter arm.
    Fig 2: Identifying Shifter Arm, Snap Pin, Select Cable And Washer
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  8. Remove the plate assembly from the transmission case.
    Fig 3: Identifying Select Cable And Plate Assembly
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  9. Disconnect the cable from arm COMPL.
    Fig 4: Adjusting Nut And Arm COMPL
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  10. Raise the claw of clamp to remove the cable from bracket.
    Fig 5: Identifying Select Cable Clamp Claws
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  11. Remove the select cable from plate assembly.
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.